Micmacs
Micmacs

Movie spotlight

Micmacs

2009
Movie
104 min
French

While standing in the doorway of the video shop where he works, Bazil is inadvertently shot in the head. Now homeless and jobless, he is taken in by a troupe of misfits who live in a giant mound of trash. There Bazil begins his quest for revenge against the people who produced the gun that shot him.

Insights

IMDb6.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes77%
Metacritic63/100
Google Users83%
Director: Jean-Pierre JeunetGenres: Comedy, Fantasy

Plot Summary

A quirky band of misfits, led by the charismatic Bazil, comes together to fight against two ruthless arms manufacturers. Bazil, a kind-hearted cinema enthusiast, is double-crossed by a powerful weapons dealer and left with nothing. He then hatches an elaborate plan with his peculiar group of friends to take down the corporations responsible for their misfortunes. Their whimsical and inventive scheme unfolds with a series of amusing Rube Goldberg-esque contraptions and disguises, all in the name of justice and good old-fashioned revenge.

Critical Reception

Micmacs received generally positive reviews, with critics praising its unique visual style, whimsical tone, and heartwarming message, though some found its plot a bit convoluted. Audiences were charmed by its offbeat humor and Jeunet's signature aesthetic.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive visual gags and charmingly eccentric characters.

  • Applauded for its heartwarming story about underdogs taking on powerful corporations.

  • Some critics noted that the plot could be overly complicated at times.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film, appreciating its original premise, delightful humor, and the unique visual flair that is characteristic of the director's work. Many found it to be a refreshing and feel-good cinematic experience.

Fun Fact

Director Jean-Pierre Jeunet initially considered making Micmacs an animated film before deciding to cast live actors.

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My Review

TMDB Reviews

2 reviews
deepkino

deepkino

True to Jeunet's style, the film is filled with unique humor, a touching but gentle tragedy, and a wonderful atmosphere, making it a marvelous piece that feels like an animated masterpiece created with real people!

Andres Gomez

Andres Gomez

Jeunet is faithful to his style. Nice and kind story, not close to Amelie but entertaining nevertheless. The cast, in any case, is superb.